Date: June 2018 Job Title : Physiotherapist Emergency Department / Admission and Diagnostic Unit Department : Specialty Medicine and Health of Older People,(SMHOP), Acute Emergency Medicine (AEM), and Surgical and Ambulatory Service (SAS) Location : Waitemata District Health Board Reporting To : 1. Allied Health Team Leader (Operational) 2. Physiotherapy Professional and Clinical Leader (Clinical) Direct Reports : Nil Functional Relationships with : Internal Professional and Clinical Leader Inter-disciplinary team members Physiotherapy staff across Waitemata DHB Other Waitemata DHB Staff External Patients/clients/consumer, families, whanau General Practitioners and Practice Nurses Community and External Agencies and Suppliers Other health care providers Non-government organisations e.g. Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA) Students (all disciplines including nursing/medical) Physiotherapy training Universities/Centres Our Purpose, Values and Standards At the heart of Waitemata DHB is our promise of best care for everyone. This promise statement is the articulation of our three-fold purpose to: 1. promote wellness, 2. prevent, cure and ameliorate ill health and 3. relieve the suffering of those entrusted to our care. At the heart of our values is the need for all of us to reflect on the intrinsic dignity of every single person that enters our care. It is a privilege to be able to care for patients, whānau and our community, a privilege that is sometimes overlooked in our day to day work. Our standards and behaviours serve as a reminder to us all about how we are with our patients and with each other. Page 1
Purpose of the role : To provide a patient and family centred, evidenced-based approach to the assessment, management and treatment of a range of physiotherapy within an interdisciplinary team framework Clinical cover is provided across both hospitals and on statutory holiday and weekend roster as required. Services are delivered in accordance with Waitemata DHB Strategic Plans KEY TASKS EXPECTED OUTCOMES Clinical Practice Appropriate assessments are conducted within specified timeframes and to agreed standards. Agreed intervention is based on the findings of the assessment and the patient s needs and goals. Intervention is implemented according to best practice principles. Intervention/therapy is planned and implemented in collaboration with the patient and family/whanau and interdisciplinary team as appropriate Documentation standards are met and accurately demonstrate patient care and progress. Measurable patient goals are set within an interdisciplinary framework with specified timeframes. Intervention/therapy is provided in a culturally Page 2
KEY TASKS EXPECTED OUTCOMES aware and sensitive manner/context. Boundaries of practice are identified / recognised and referral on occurs as appropriate. Quality Assurance. Professional Standards of Practice are met in accordance with the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand and Physiotherapy New Zealand Page 3 Demonstrates professional behaviour at all times Professional supervision takes place on a regular basis with professional supervisor (as per SMHOP, Acute and Emergency Medicine (A&EM), Surgical and Ambulatory Services (SAS) Policy) Annual review follows performance development guidelines with objectives which are reviewed on a regular basis Responsibility is taken for own learning by recognising training and skill needs and undertaking professional development activities on an ongoing basis Professional Development Portfolio is developed and maintained, including a training record Participates in peer review Contribution is made to development and review of best practice guidelines, policies and patient information sheets Provides training and education of students of own discipline (contributes to learning needs of students of other disciplines as appropriate) Completes Waitemata DHB mandatory training. Quality of service Criteria for admission / prioritisation to service are followed. Active contribution to the functioning and development of the interdisciplinary team, including orientation of colleagues, meetings and case conferences There is participation in overall physiotherapy caseload management within the service, covering for other teams where necessary Education to Waitemata DHB and external groups occurs in consultation with management Professional networks with other physiotherapist are made and maintained to enhance the service for patients, and own professional development There is liaison with community groups to ensure continuity of service for clients.
KEY TASKS EXPECTED OUTCOMES Participates in the implementation of service developments, in conjunction with the physiotherapy Professional and Clinical Leader Provision of urgent physiotherapy cover for any of the teams in consultation with the Allied Health Team Leader/ Physiotherapy Professional and Clinical Leader. Service administration standards are met. Statutory and Treaty of Waitangi obligations Accurate statistical information as per service requirements and documentation policy is maintained Equipment and resource record is maintained Waitemata DHB resources are utilised effectively. Ensures the professional and political integrity of Waitemata DHB by carrying out all functions in compliance of the Treaty of Waitangi and by demonstrating a serious commitment to keeping the treaty alive Shows sensitivity to cultural complexity in the workforce and patient population. To recognise individual responsibility for workplace Health and Safety under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace at Waitemata DHB by: All Employees Following and complying with Health and Safety policies and processes and applying them to their own work activities, including using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as required Participating in activities directed at preventing harm and promoting well-being in the workplace Identifying, reporting and self-managing hazards where appropriate Early and accurate reporting of incidents at work and raising issues of concern when identified Page 4
PERSON SPECIFICATION POSITION TITLE: Physiotherapist Emergency Department / Admission and Minimum Preferred Qualification New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist Current Annual Practicing Certificate Post-graduate physiotherapy qualification Experience Relevant post-graduate physiotherapy experience in an acute hospital setting Broad experience working with patients with a wide range of health and disability needs in the areas of Medicine, Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and its relation to practice Demonstrates competencies as required by position and professional body Previous emergency department experience or management of acute injuries experience Experience working within a large dynamic multidisciplinary team Clinical education experience Experience working with adult patients with a wide range of health and disability needs Experience working with patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Skills/Knowledge/Behaviour Practice perspective is patientcentred and promotes quality of life. Commitment to continuous quality Improvement. Commitment to culturally safe practice Good understanding of rehabilitation principles Excellent communication skills. Good organisational and time management skills. Staff and student supervision and education Page 5
Resilience and flexibility. Professional attitude and standards Non-judgmental A positive contributing team member Clear personal and professional boundaries Enthusiasm for chosen field of work and practice Willingness to explore new concepts. Page 6